Senior Associate Engineer( Engine Structural Components)

Posted:
8/28/2024, 5:37:01 PM

Location(s):
Tamil Nadu, India ⋅ Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Career Area:

Engineering

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

JOB PURPOSE:  Design and development of structural components of diesel engines for release to production in a manner to ensure products provide superior performance, durability, quality, and serviceability.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

  • In this position you will be closely working with Senior engineers / Engineering specialists and execute Design and development activities of structural components of diesel engines such as flywheel / front housings, mounting brackets etc.
  • Handle engineering responsibility in projects such as new product introduction, current product improvement, Resourcing etc.
  • Work with customers, Process partners, SMEs to understand the project requirements and execute the projects as per the requirements.
  • Should independently work on engineering activities from concept to production in component / system development projects. Liaise with cross functional teams as required.
  • Manage multiple projects and communicate results (Achievement towards cost / quality / timeline targets) to customers, suppliers, team members and other cross functional teams as required in various forums.

Educational Requirement

  • BE Mechanical engineering or equivalent with 6 to 8 years of relevant experience in engine industry (or)
  • ME / MTech Mechanical engineering (specialization in IC engines / engineering design / thermal engineering) with 3+ years of relevant experience in engine industry (ideal candidate)

Skill Sets/Competencies (Must have)

  • In-depth design knowledge related to various engine structural components such as housings, mounting brackets etc.
  • Strong knowledge of castings and able to interact with suppliers during development.
  • Experience of New Product Introduction (NPI) (Concept to Production), Value analysis / Value engineering techniques, Issue resolution etc.
  • Knowledge in product development activities like APQP, DFMEA etc.  and able to work with cross functional teams such as Manufacturing, Validation, Purchasing, Quality etc.
  • Strong knowledge of 3D modelling using Creo and design tools such as BJA, GD & T, TSU.
  • Knowledge on Data extraction, structural analysis and problem solving.
  • Excellent Project Management, verbal / written communication, and interpersonal skills and experience in working with global teams.

Relocation is available for this position.

Posting Dates:

August 29, 2024 - September 5, 2024

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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